Dr. Niels Hermes

Professor

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Biography

Niels Hermes is a Professor at the University of Groningen, specializing in corporate governance, microfinance, international finance, and financial systems in the context of economic growth. He has held various esteemed positions, including Visiting Professor at Université Libre de Bruxelles, Extraordinary Professor at Stellenbosch Business School, and is currently associated with the Institute of Finance Management in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. His expertise encompasses the interrelations between finance and economic development, focusing on how robust financial systems can foster economic growth and stability. Hermes has contributed extensively to the field through his research and teaching, influencing both academic and practical approaches to finance.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2005-01-01 — Present

University of Groningen • Groningen, Netherlands

Teaching and researching in financial disciplines.

Visiting Professor

— Present

Université Libre de Bruxelles • Brussels, Belgium

Engaging in collaborative research and academic programs.

Extraordinary Professor

— Present

University of Stellenbosch Business School • Stellenbosch, South Africa

Contributing to international business education.

Visiting Professor

2024-03-01 — Present

Institute of Finance Management • Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

Sharing expertise in finance and economic development.

Requirements for University of Groningen

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GMAT
Total Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
GRE General
Verbal
Required:145
Verbal Percentile
Required:25
Quantitative
Required:145
Quantitative Percentile
Required:25
Overall
Required:145
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Economics, Business, Management) Strong background in mathematics and statistics Research orientation in previous studies
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate/diploma
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • GMAT/GRE score report (for non-EU/EEA)
  • Course descriptions of mathematics and statistics courses
Specialization Notes

Standard Master's entry requirements for Economics, Business, Finance, Accounting, and Management departments within the Faculty of Economics and Business.